MSc

Medical Engineering

Learn more about studying Medical Engineering as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    1,505EUR
  • Start date
    Oct
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria says about their program:

The international Master's degree programme equips the students for engineering medical devices as well as products and place them into the market.

Therefore students deepen fundamentals of engineering and science in essential areas of medical technologies and can choose 3 (out of 4) elective modules: Electronics, Biomechanics, Medical Device Software, Materials Technology. These are enhanced by courses considering Systems Engineering, Medicine and Clinical Trials and Regulatory Affairs.

Within the Project Work and Master's Thesis, students can apply their skills within companies, research institutes or hospitals to develop, produce or integrate modern medical devices or products. As part of the final examination, students have to present their conclusions underpinned by theoretical knowledge and their own rationale.

Graduates are qualified as engineers with the ability to develop medical devices and products within the regulatory framework of European markets and the ability to consider FDA regulations. Application areas are medical imaging systems, assisted medical robotics, pacemakers, bionic prostheses, artificial intelligence based support systems and many more.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

A-level/high school diploma or equivalent to Austrian university entrance qualification (Matura) is required.

Postgraduate academic requirements

At least 6-semester relevant Bachelor’s degree or comparable academic qualification (min. 180 ECTS or equivalent) from a recognised tertiary education institution is required.

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • TOEFL

    78

  • IELTS

    6.0

Postgraduate

  • TOEFL

    78

  • IELTS

    6.0

Master of Arts in Business (MA) Global Sales and Marketing

  • IELTS

    6.5

Documents required

  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Passport identification page
  • Uni Assist evaluation (VPD document)
  • Reference letters
  • Proof of language proficiency
  • Interview
  • University Entrance test (if applicable)
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Scholarships at University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria

  • Merit-Based Grants for Degree-Seeking Students

    Official page

    FH Upper Austria states that degree programmes award merit-based grants for students who excel in their chosen field. For non-EU/EEA students, grants can cover half of the tuition fees; the call opens in the summer semester and undergraduate students can check programme-level eligibility.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Fee information

  • International Foundation Program tuition

    €3,888 for the whole program

  • Bachelor's degree programs tuition

    €1,454 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    €1,454 per year

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What is the cost of living near University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect Austria-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in Euro)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre€883Range: €620 to €1,400
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre€720Range: €500 to €1,000
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)€335Range: €225 to €500
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)€33Range: €25 to €45
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)€15Range: €10 to €30
Monthly public transport pass€51Range: €33 to €67
Monthly grocery basket€280Range: €200 to €400
Coffee shop drink€4Range: €3 to €6
Cinema or cultural event ticket€13Range: €10 to €18
Gym membership€38Range: €30 to €60

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria

Many international students will require a visa to study in Austria, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.